Material Handler Lead

Job Title: Material Handler Lead

Job Description

As a Material Handler Lead, you will oversee the efficient and safe operation of material handling equipment and processes within our modern facility. You will be responsible for leading a team, ensuring adherence to safety standards, and optimizing inventory control processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team in material handling, logistics, and warehouse operations.
• Ensure all material handling equipment is operated safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate receiving, shipping, and inventory control processes.
• Implement FIFO, put-away, and picking methods, and dock safety standards.
• Utilize RF Scanners and WMS systems for inventory management.
• Communicate professionally and clearly, providing feedback to supervisors and managers.
• Train new employees and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Motivate the team and ensure compliance with safety procedures and PPE policies.
• Assign daily tasks based on schedule, workload, and headcount.
• Log and communicate daily notes for pass downs, escalating issues as necessary.
• Identify and address shortages, discrepancies, and quality issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in material handling, logistics, and warehouse operations.
• 1-2 years of leadership experience, formal or informal.
• Proficiency in operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach lifts.
• Strong understanding of FIFO, put-away, and picking methods.
• Experience with RF Scanners and WMS systems.
• Ability to train employees and enforce SOPs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of experience in warehouses, receiving, or material handling in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems preferred.
• Basic computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Forklift experience required.
• Lean/5S experience and OSHA Fork Lift Certifications are a plus.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team in a modern facility equipped with Industry 4.0 technology in Mesa, Arizona. Enjoy competitive salary packages, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401K plan. Benefit from paid time off and be part of a green industry transformation. Experience a fast-growing environment that values entrepreneurial spirit and offers career advancement opportunities. Work in an inclusive and diversity-friendly setting with access to electric charging stations.

Work Environment

This role requires standing and walking for extended periods, and the ability to lift and move up to 35 pounds. The work environment is a state-of-the-art facility using Industry 4.0 technology. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 6am to 2:30pm. The facility promotes safety, organization, and readiness, adhering to 5S standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.